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Andy Farrell retires to take up coaching role at Saracens

Times Online

April 7 2009, 4:53pm, The Times

Andy Farrell, the former England rugby league and union international, will retire at the end of the season to take up a coaching role with Saracens.

The 33-year-old, who switched codes by joining Saracens from Wigan in 2005, brings to an end an 18-year playing career. “My mind still feels as sharp as ever but my body is telling me different things,” he said.

“Throughout my career, I’ve always prided myself on doing extra training to stay one step ahead of opponents, but I’m now finding myself spending all my time just trying to get right for training rather than trying to be a better player. When that time comes, it is time to stop.”

In rugby league, Farrell scored 134 points in 34 Tests…

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